2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri and 2001 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 13 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 Alfa Romeo Centauri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Centauri | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
