2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 156 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
