2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Dodge Nitro and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 782 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |
