2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |