2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 147 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
