2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Maserati Kubang were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Kubang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2003 Maserati Kubang 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 Maserati Kubang 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 Maserati Kubang (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Kubang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. 2003 Maserati Kubang 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 Maserati Kubang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Maserati Kubang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 156 | Kubang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |