2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Carens | 147 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |