2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 137 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang 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 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
