2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tribute | 146 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
