2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 678 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Panda | Impala |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |