2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 147 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
