2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2007 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1595 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 |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
