2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 166 | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |