2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 4007 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 4007 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, 2007 Peugeot 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 4007 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 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 156 | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
