2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 147 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
