2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 4 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Avanza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |