2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 328 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 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
