2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1013 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 147 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
