2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC70 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XC70 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
