2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
