2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30.
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 C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GT | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2519 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |