2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Impala and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 740 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | Panda |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |