2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Tribeca | 146 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |