2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. 2003 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 147 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
