2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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 S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| 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 | 64 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
