2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 6 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 147 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
