2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 156 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |