2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 156 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
