2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Because 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 156 | MazdaSpeed6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |