2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra 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 192 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 156 | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |