2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 243 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 156 Touareg
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1969 cc 4921 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.4:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 191 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 12.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L


 

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