2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 610 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 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 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 S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
