2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 8C Competizione | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2815 mm |
