2006 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | 156 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
