2009 Acura RL vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 11 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | RL | 156 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |