2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord 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 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 147 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |