2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 85 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 (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 156 | 307 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |