2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 494 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.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 147 | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |