2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 620 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |