2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 41 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |