2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1870 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 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol (399 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2010 Nissan Patrol 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. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Fiat Panda 2010 Nissan Patrol
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Panda Patrol
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1107 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 280 HP
Torque 88 Nm 399 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 2785 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 3075 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 98 L


 

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