2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 156 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
