2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 348 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 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
