2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Volvo S80

To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1268 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Duna 2006 Volvo S80
Make Fiat Volvo
Model Duna S80
Year Released 2001 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1698 cc 2523 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 2198 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2800 mm


 

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