2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | 156 | Korando |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |