2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 109 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 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Centauri | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2659 mm |
