2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1208 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Panda 2007 Nissan Navara
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Panda Navara
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 15 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 715 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 80 L


 

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