2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 156 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
