2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156

To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda B3000 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
Make Mazda Alfa Romeo
Model B3000 156
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 306 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 10.5:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1552 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 63 L


 

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