1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1100 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2896 mm |
