2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2012 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | S60 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
