2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 723 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Punto | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |