2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
