2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 362 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.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
