1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 693 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |