2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari 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 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 147 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |