2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 81 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |