2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |