2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S40 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
