2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 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), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 212 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 156 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
