2002 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cavalier | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
