2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 217 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
