2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 5 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |