1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 BMW X3
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 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, 2004 BMW X3 (237 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2004 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 146 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
