2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 13 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 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 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Voyager | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Voyager | 156 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3604 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
