2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod 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 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
