2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 2 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2006 Infiniti M 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. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Infiniti M | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Panda | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 140 mm |