2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 279 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model 147 Wrangler
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 86.7 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 191 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1864 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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