2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
