2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 503 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alfa Romeo 156 2010 Volvo XC60
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model 156 XC60
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1893 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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