2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Croma | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |