2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Panda and 2012 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (187 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Panda | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
