2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 544 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |