2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 714 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 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Safari 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 | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 147 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |