2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix 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. 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Matrix | 156 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |