2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 BMW 320
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 BMW 320.
Because 2002 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 320 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |