2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 100 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 Hyundai Elantra (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 156 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |