2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 940 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
