2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 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 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 156 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |
