2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (297 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 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 306 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Because 2004 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 156 | 307 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |