2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 151 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Jetta | 146 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |