2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 903 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 147 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |