2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Panda | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | C30 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |