2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 407 | 146 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |