2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 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 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 89 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1443 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 147 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
