2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Mercedes-Benz V 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 108 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 735 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V 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 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 147 | V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
