2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
