2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 159 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |