2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 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 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 166 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |