2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 678 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
