2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster 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 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | RAV4 | 146 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |