2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Xterra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |