2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Panda. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
