2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 727 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Panda 2009 Nissan Armada
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Panda Armada
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 715 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.2 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 106 L


 

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