2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2006 Volvo C70

To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Fiorino 2006 Volvo C70
Make Fiat Volvo
Model Fiorino C70
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 157 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.4 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1658 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 68 L


 

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