2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 156 | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
