2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 747 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 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 - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
