2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
