2008 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V70 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
