2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 147 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.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
