2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fiesta (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Fiesta | Panda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |