2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 564 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 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |