2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 230 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 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2003 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2003 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | 156 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |