2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1739 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
