2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
