2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2002 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 147 | MPV |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |