2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2006 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2006 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac GTO | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTO | 156 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
