2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 156 | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
