2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
