2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 942 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Pathfinder | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |