2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Lotus Exige were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 147 | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |