2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Grande Punto | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
