2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 132 L |
