2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 750 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 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz V 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 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 156 | V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |