2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 190 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 Volkswagen Passat (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |