2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1114 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
