2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 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 236 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 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 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 156 | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |