2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 147 | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |