2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
