2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Fabia | C70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |