1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1478 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 156 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |