2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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 | 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | 156 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |