2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 138 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.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |