2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2005 Volvo XC90

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC90.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo XC90 (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. 2005 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 2005 Volvo XC90
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model Crosswagon XC90
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 268 HP
Torque 300 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1438 kg


 

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