2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 147 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |