2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |