2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2010 Scion xD.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
| Model | 156 | xD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
