2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 5 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1046 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 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Centauri | LR3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |