2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
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 Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 135 L |