2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 109 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 384 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari 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 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 156 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |