2009 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 298 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Saab | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 05-Sep | 146 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
