2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 78 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
