2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 156 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 266 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |