1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Avenger | 156 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
