2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 339 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
