2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
