2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
