2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |