2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc, 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 156 | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |