2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Grande Punto | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
