2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Palio | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |