2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 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 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |