2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 573 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 2010 Cadillac DTS 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. 2010 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DTS | 146 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
