2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 156 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |