2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 147 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
