2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 655 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 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 156 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
