2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup

To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2000 Nissan Pickup
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Panda Pickup
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Crossover Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2960 mm


 

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