2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 147 | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |