2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 146 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
