2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 are equipped with a 2,492 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW X3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | X3 | 156 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
