2009 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V70 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta 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.
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2009 Volvo V70 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | V70 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |