2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
