2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 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 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
