2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Volkswagen Magellan were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
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 Volkswagen Magellan (310 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Magellan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |