2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 156 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
