The Comparative Analysis :
Volvo V40 T5 Geartronic (12 - 14) vs. Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark Distinctive Selespeed (06 - 08)
€ 33,000
€ 24,100
€ 33,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 24,100
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. Both cars are the same height, but the Volvo V40 T5 is 5.7 inches longer and 2.1 inches wider.
Volvo V40 T5
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
55.9
70.2
80.4
55.9
68.1
74.6
70.2 in
Width
68.1 in
80.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
74.6 in
55.9 in
Height
55.9 in
104.2
172
100.2
166.3
172 in
Length
166.3 in
104.2 in
Wheelbase
100.2 in
Vehicle Weight
Volvo V40 T5
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
3461 lb
Curb Weight
2921 lb
4431 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3902 lb
Weight Difference:
540 lb
15.6 %
General
Volvo V40 T5
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
M
Generation
Typ 937
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT)
Engine
Volvo V40 T5
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
Straight-five gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
B5254T12
Engine Code
AR 32310
4
Valves
4
5
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
251 hp
at 5400 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 6300 rpm
Volvo V40 T5
251 hp
148 hp
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
266 lb‑ft
at 1800 rpm
Max. Torque
133 lb‑ft
at 3800 rpm
Volvo V40 T5
266 lb‑ft
133 lb‑ft
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
Performance
Volvo V40 T5
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
155 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
6.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
279 ft
0.000 sec
Volvo V40 T5
62 mph
62
mph
mph
423 ft
0.000 sec
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
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13.79 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
19.74 lb/hp
Volvo V40 T5
13.79 lb/hp
19.74 lb/hp
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Volvo V40 T5
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
Fuel Economy
30 mpg
combined
26 mpg
Volvo V40 T5
30 mpg
26 mpg
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
21 mpg
city
19 mpg
39 mpg
highway
No data
16.4 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gal
488 mi
Range
419 mi
Volvo V40 T5
488 mi
419 mi
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
Environmental Impact
149.7 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
168.7 kWh
Volvo V40 T5
149.7 kWh
168.7 kWh
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
298 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
340 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Volvo V40 T5
Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 16V T.Spark
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
5
970 lb
Maximum Payload
981 lb
9.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.3 cu ft
29.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
29.5 cu ft
