1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.9 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |