2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |