2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |