2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Fiat 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2000 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
