2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 156 | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |