2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 405 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 405 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 415 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Peugeot 405 (205 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 405 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 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 156 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
