2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Rendezvous | 146 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |