2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 869 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |