2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GTV | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
