2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
