2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Idea and 2004 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Idea | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Idea | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |