2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |