2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 156 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |