2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane 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 Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 147 | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |