2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 991 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centauri | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3440 mm |
