2010 Mazda 5 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 167 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 5 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 5 | 156 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |