1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |
