2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 8 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster 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 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | 156 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
