2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2007 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | XC70 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
