2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 676 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 147 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
