2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 156 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
