2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
