2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Volvo S40 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 76 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 156 | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12 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 | 1308 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |