2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Captiva | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
