2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 145 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |