2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera. 2005 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 156 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |