2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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, 2008 Volvo S40 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
