2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Santa Fe | 156 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |