2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 765 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |