2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Ford Edge | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 147 | Edge |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |