2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 801 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 146 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
