2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |