2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 193 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (207 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element 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 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |