2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |