Alfa Romeo 159 2005 vs Alfa Romeo 156 2002

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Alfa Romeo 159
2005 - 2008
Alfa Romeo 156
2002 - 2006
Body: SedanEstate car / wagon
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Front wheel drive (FWD)
Alfa Romeo 159 is available with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Alfa Romeo 156 can be equipped only with front wheel drive.
Engines: 1.8 - 3.21.6 - 3.2

Performance

Power: 120 - 260 HP115 - 250 HP
Torque: 175 - 400 NM146 - 385 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7 - 11 seconds6.3 - 11.6 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.9 - 12.06.0 - 12.3
Alfa Romeo 159 petrol engines consumes on average 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than Alfa Romeo 156. On average, Alfa Romeo 159 equipped with diesel engines consume 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Alfa Romeo 156.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.66 m4.43 m
Width: 1.83 m1.74 m
Height: 1.42 m1.42 m
Alfa Romeo 159 is larger.
Alfa Romeo 159 is 23 cm longer than the Alfa Romeo 156, 9 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 405 litres360 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1180 litres
Alfa Romeo 159 has more luggage capacity.
Alfa Romeo 159 has 45 litres more trunk space than the Alfa Romeo 156.
Turning diameter: 11.1 meters12.1 meters
The turning circle of the Alfa Romeo 159 is 1 metres less than that of the Alfa Romeo 156, which means Alfa Romeo 159 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 2`105~ 1`850
Safety: no data
Quality:
low

low
Average price (€): 26001400
Pros and Cons: Alfa Romeo 159 has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
Alfa Romeo 156 has
  • lower fuel consumption for diesel engines
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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