2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GT | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |