2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 276 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |