2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | S80 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
