2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | S80 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2835 mm |