2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 12 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 137 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 156 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1400 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
