2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Pathfinder | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
