2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (225 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 V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9 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 | 1690 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |