1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 146 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |