2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 306 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |