1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (152 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 156 | Grand Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |