2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 11 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 (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 15 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 156 | DART |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
