2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2005 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. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Malibu | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |