2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 799 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
