2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 141 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 156 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
