2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
