2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 147 | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |