2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Croma | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
