2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 571 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2006 Lincoln LS 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. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | Panda | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |