2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
