2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 87 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |