2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 577 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2008 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |