2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 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 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |