2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |