1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 2013 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Nuvola | Avalon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1835 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |