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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (120 HP @ 6200 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 503 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.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |