2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer

To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri and 2001 Ford Urban Explorer were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 354 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri 2001 Ford Urban Explorer
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Centauri Urban Explorer
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 105 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 380 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1769 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2840 mm


 

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