2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |