2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 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 Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fusion | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fusion | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
