2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2005 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |