2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 159 | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |