2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 266 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |