2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 2012 BMW X3
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model 156 X3
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 67 L


 

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