2002 Peugeot 607 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 607 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 607 | 156 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
