2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
