2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 296 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
