2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 156 | Aveo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |