1998 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 1998 Isuzu VehiCross and 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Isuzu VehiCross | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Isuzu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | VehiCross | 146 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |