2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (236 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 909 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |