2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 166 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
