2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
