2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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 35 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 156 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
