2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
