2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1326 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |