2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 147 | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |