2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 105 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Passat | 146 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |