2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 406 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
