2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |