2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry 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 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
