2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 146 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
