2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |