2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 92 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 156 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
