2010 Volvo C30 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C30 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C30 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
