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 (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 3800 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 654 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model 147 Colorado
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 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 173 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L