2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
