2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |