2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Panda and 2009 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |