2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 834 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 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |