2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 95 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Ikon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
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 | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |