2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 44 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 147 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |