2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 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 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
