2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 216 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2433 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 | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |