2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
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 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 111 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 147 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
