2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 805 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Panda | Orlando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |