2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Xedos 9 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
Model | 147 | 9 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |