2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (170 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 520 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Panda | Alero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
