2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 147 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
