2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis

To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2007 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo 156 2007 Suzuki Ignis
Make Alfa Romeo Suzuki
Model 156 Ignis
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 214 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 41 L


 

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