2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Renault Logan
To start off, 2004 Renault Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Renault Logan. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Logan. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
