1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Bella | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
