2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |