2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 300 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 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |