2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,361 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Camry | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 1970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1215 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
