2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 (289 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 147 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |