2004 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touran | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Touran | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
