2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Malibu and 2004 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Malibu | Panda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |