2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
