1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1997 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (152 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1997 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Megane |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |