2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 185 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 147 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |