2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | Panda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |