2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 105 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.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
