2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 971 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 156 | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |