2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 147 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |