2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 142 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
