2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
