2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 968 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |