2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |