2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 845 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |