2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 434 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 156 | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
