2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 67 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 106 L |
