2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
