2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
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 Saab 03-Sep (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | 156 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |