2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Chrysler Town & Country were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 156 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |