2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.

Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo 156 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Alfa Romeo Land Rover
Model 156 Range Rover
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2090 kg
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2750 mm


 

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