2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Fiat Bravo. 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 Fiat Bravo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Bravo | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |