2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
