2001 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 166 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
