2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 812 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Duna | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
