2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL 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 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
Model | 156 | TL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |