2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3050 mm |
