2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
