2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 668 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR 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 405 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR 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 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 156 | CCR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2659 mm |
