2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,288 cc, 2005 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 259 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 Saab 9000 (280 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 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 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 147 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2288 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
