2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea 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 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 147 | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1265 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |