2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 910 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |