2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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. Both 2005 Volkswagen Touran and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 308 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Touran | 146 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1498 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |