2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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 106 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 147 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
