2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (162 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70. 1997 Volvo S70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volvo S70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ducato | S70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
