2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 682 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.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Punto | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |