2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Volvo XC90

To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90.

Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo GT 2007 Volvo XC90
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model GT XC90
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 406 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 293 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm


 

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