2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 9 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 2,490 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 156 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2735 mm |
