2007 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | MDX | 156 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |