2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | T5 | 156 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
