2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escape | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
