2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 251 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
