1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 156 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
