2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto.
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, 2009 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
