2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Fiat Panda

To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2009 Fiat Panda
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Express Panda
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 30 L