2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 444 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 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 147 | S4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |