2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
