2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Stilo | XC60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |