2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1041 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
