1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Alfa Romeo 156 2006 Toyota Avalon
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 156 Avalon
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 3458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 268 HP
Torque 222 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 13.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.6 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17.5 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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