2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. 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 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3. 2005 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
Model | 147 | SM3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |