2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Panda | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | S60 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2776 mm |