2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Centauri | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
