2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |