2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 156 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
