2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 156 | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |