2008 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2008 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Renault Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Logan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |