2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
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 GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GT | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |