2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 595 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Centauri | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
