2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Sonoma | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
