2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Palio II | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |