2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 505 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 965 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |