2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 60 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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 RAV4, 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Centauri | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
