1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1069 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 146 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
