2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 156 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
