2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 217 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 S3 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 S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Audi S3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 147 | S3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |