2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 5 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | 156 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |