2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1025 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Murano (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
