2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 641 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2006 Volvo XC70 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. 2006 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | XC70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |