2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Volvo S70 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S70 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2000 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | S70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |