2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1550 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.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | Panda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2310 mm |