2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |