2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 595 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 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Armada (522 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |