2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 78 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 147 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
