2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 119 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |