2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |