2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 501 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Altima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |