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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 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 246 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 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 | 1908 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |