2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |