2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Pilot | 146 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |