2006 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 745 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.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | 146 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |