2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 2 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 194 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 2011 Nissan Juke. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Juke |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
