2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Seicento | XC70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |