2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Avanti Studebaker were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1315 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.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | 156 | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3410 mm |
