2010 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1261 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.
Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Savana | 146 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 623 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2421 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
