2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 223 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Colorado | 156 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
