2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo XC90 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Volvo | Fiat |
Model | XC90 | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |