2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
