2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Abarth Grande Punto and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
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2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | Grande Punto | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |