2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2011 Fiat Panda and 2011 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (230 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1741 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.
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. 2011 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. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Fiat Panda | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Patrol |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 98 L |