2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mazda Premacy. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 156 | Premacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |