2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
