2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Maserati Coupe

To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 283 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe. 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe
Make Alfa Romeo Maserati
Model 156 Coupe
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 4244 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 451 Nm
Top Speed 208 km/hour 289 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1675 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2670 mm


 

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