2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Volvo C70

To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Stilo 2005 Volvo C70
Make Fiat Volvo
Model Stilo C70
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2383 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1661 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 68 L


 

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