1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 207 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 145 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
