2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
