2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 653 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |