2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 793 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Seicento | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |