2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 85 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 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 156 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |