2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 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 S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |