2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
