2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 356 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.
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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max 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 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 147 | S-Max |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |