2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 156 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |