2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 205 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 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 147 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
