2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2010 Fiat Panda and 2010 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 346 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 129 L |
