2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 345 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 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Tacoma | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Tacoma | 146 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |