2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| 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 | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2230 mm |
