2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2011 Fiat Panda and 2011 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 618 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat Panda | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | S-Max |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |