2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 379 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
