2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |