2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
