2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2011 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
