2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 273 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Siena |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |