2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | S80 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
