2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 458 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Pathfinder | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |