1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 412 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |