2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 235 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade
Make Alfa Romeo Cadillac
Model 156 Escalade
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 499 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 98 L


 

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