2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 104 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 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue 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 (305 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
| Model | 156 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
