2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70.
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, 2005 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
