2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Town & Country | 156 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |