2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 877 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
