2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 267 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 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 147 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
