2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 10 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |