2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 156 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |