2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |