2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 748 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 2004 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
