2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 186 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 156 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
