1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Brava | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
