2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 156 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
