1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 145 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2895 mm |