1999 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alfa Romeo 156 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Alfa Romeo Land Rover
Model 156 Range Rover Sport
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Top Speed 227 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2489 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1788 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2743 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17.5 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 88 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]