2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1999 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 1999 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3130 mm |
