2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 317 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2006 Volvo C70 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. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Stilo | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |