Alfa Romeo 156 932 2.5 i V6 24V (190 Hp) Automatic
Alfa Romeo 156:
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact executive car produced by the Italian automobile manufacturer Alfa Romeo. It was introduced at the 1997 Frankfurt Motor Show as the replacement for the Alfa Romeo 155. The 156 received a positive reception and in the following year went on to win the 1998 European Car of the Year award. The 156 saloon was discontinued in Europe late in 2005, while the Q4 Crosswagon continued in production until the end of 2007.
Cars were assembled at the Fiat Group factory in Pomigliano d'Arco, Italy and at a General Motors facility in Rayong, Thailand. Production in Thailand began in March 2002 and ran for only a couple of years. The cars produced there were targeted for the Asia-Pacific markets. Between 1996 and 2007, 673,435 units of the 156 were produced....(Read more on Wikipedia)
932 Overview:
Alfa Romeo 156 (932). With 222 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1350 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.4 s). The top speed reaches 227 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (190 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.4 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (380 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 11.5 L/100 km combined.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(932: 1997 - 2000).
| General: |
| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
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| Model: | 156 |
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| Generation: | 932 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i V6 24V (190 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 1999 |
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| End of production: | 2003 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 76.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 222 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AR 32401 More details about the engine AR 32401 |
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| Engine displacement: | 2492 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 9.2 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 68.3 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 227 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.1 kg/Hp, 140.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 164.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1350 |
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| Max. weight: | 1850 |
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| Max load: | 500 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 380 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4430 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1745 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1415 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2595 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1511 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1498 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 205/60 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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