2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 394 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
