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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 99 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.
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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART 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 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 156 | DART |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
