2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 54 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 156 Golf
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.6 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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