2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 622 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.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2008 Volvo V70 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 V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
