2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1172 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 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Navara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |