2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo Spider (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |