2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2012 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | 156 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |