2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Buick Regal were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal 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 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 147 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
