2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 437 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Frontier | 500 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |