2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model 156 911
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2492 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 188 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 307 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 13.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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