2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 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 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 552 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 Renault Grand Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace 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 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 147 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |