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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (206 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 175 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 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 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 | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 190 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |