2000 Acura RL vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | 147 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
