2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 7 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 25 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.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 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 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 147 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
