2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 328 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |