2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Ecobasic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ecobasic | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ecobasic | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4838 mm |
