2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Renault Modus are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Renault Modus. 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Renault Modus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 147 | Modus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1278 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |