2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 535 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Panda | S-10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1470 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 |