2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |