2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 955 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Quest |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |
