2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |