2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 147 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
