2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1291 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Express | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |