2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 147 | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |