2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 573 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
