2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 890 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 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
