2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Superb weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Superb. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 156 | Superb |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
