2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea and 2009 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea.
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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Idea | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |