2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |