2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | 156 | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2619 mm |
