2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Volkswagen Concept T were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T weights approximately 125 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 Volkswagen Concept T 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 Volkswagen Concept T 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 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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 Volkswagen Concept T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 147 | Concept T |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
