2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
