2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Ikon

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 Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon.

Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Panda 2005 Ford Ikon
Make Fiat Ford
Model Panda Ikon
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1060 kg
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 48 L


 

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