2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 95 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |