2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 C70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |