2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | ML | 156 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
