2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
