2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Sentra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |