2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Volvo V70

To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

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 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2009 Volvo V70
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model 166 V70
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 3192 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.3 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.4 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 60 L


 

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