2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 636 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rexton | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
