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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 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 1189 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 (489 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 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 | 1747 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
