2007 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 639 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Primera | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
