2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 954 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 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 S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Seicento | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |