2000 Fiat Siena vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Siena. (200 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Siena | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Siena | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
