2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2007 Volvo C70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GTV | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
