2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (136 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 156 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
