2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Croma | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
