2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 640 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 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
