2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 269 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2994 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GT | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
