2006 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Stavic | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stavic | 156 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
