2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Trafic.
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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
