2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Terios | 146 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
