2008 Acura TL vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 228 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | 156 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
