2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Skoda Octavia 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 146 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 30 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 Skoda Octavia (311 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 147 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |