2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1066 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.

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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Panda TrailBlazer
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 4157 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2166 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 71 L


 

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