2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 245 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |