2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GT | X670 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2815 mm |