2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 118 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 156 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
