2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CX-9 | 156 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
