2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 8C Competizione | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |