2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Impreza and 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Impreza | 147 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
