2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
