2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |