2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 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 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX 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 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |