2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Alfa Romeo GTV (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GTV | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1501 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |