1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 145 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
