2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 156 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
