2008 Rover 45 vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Rover | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 45 | 156 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
