2003 Acura CL vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2003 Acura CL and 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | CL | 156 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |