1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 145 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |