2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 65 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 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 156 | 607 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |