2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (624 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 156 | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 624 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |