2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 156 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |