2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 156 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
