2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 144 L |
