2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Ford F-250
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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1210 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 F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2002 Ford F-250 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. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3490 mm |