2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser. 2005 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Ford Laser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | Laser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |