2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 147 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
