2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Touran | 147 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
