2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.

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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo 147 2008 Chrysler Voyager
Make Alfa Romeo Chrysler
Model 147 Voyager
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 101 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 208 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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