2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 234 kg more 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 147 | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |