2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
