2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 649 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 146 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
