2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Civic | 156 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
