2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 312 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V50 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
