2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus SC weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Lexus SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | 156 | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |