2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
