2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
