2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.

Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Alfa Romeo 156 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 156 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2002 1997
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 3378 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 303 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1970 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2680 mm


 

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