2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2012 Volvo C70 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. 2012 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
