2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1230 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 2000 GMC Savana. 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 117 L |
