2005 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit.
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, 2012 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Fit | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
