2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fiesta | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |