2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Panda | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
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 | 70 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |