2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
