2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |