2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo S80 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S80 | 159 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |