2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 359 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2199 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 | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
