2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2009 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
