2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra.
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 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 147 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |