2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1471 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 2012 Ford E-150. 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2012 Ford E-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. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |
