1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 815 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |