1997 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 714 kg more than 1997 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Panda | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 768 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
