2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1646 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 2011 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Panda | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Panda | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 117 L |