2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2008 Ford Fusion
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 156 Fusion
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 204 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1177 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 45 L


 

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