2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1050 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |
