2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 156 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
