2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 923 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 99 L |
