2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2002 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
