2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Almera (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 618 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Nissan Almera (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
