2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
