2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Toyota Condor were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 156 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 156 Condor
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1632 kg
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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