2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 191 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |