2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max 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 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2788 mm |
