2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 315 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |